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About the course
This diploma develops specialist skills for screen and media make-up services, including creative make-up, hair and wig styling for film, television and theatre. You’ll learn practical techniques such as special effects and prosthetics, period looks, facial hair application, bald capping and body painting, with extensive hands-on work. This Diploma in Design & Visual Art prepares you for behind-the-scenes production work. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue behind-the-scenes roles supporting screen and live productions, applying make-up and hair/wig services to create character looks that match scripts and creative briefs. Work may span film, television, theatre and related creative industries, with opportunities in special effects and continuity-focused production environments. This Diploma in Design & Visual Art supports entry to specialist make-up services roles such as creative make-up artist. Preparing graduates for junior designer, production assistant, and multimedia support roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
